CAREER OBJECTIVE

I work with organizations that utilize my 5+ years of diverse Copyediting, Copywriting, and Technical Writing experience in acquisition and content editing, proofreading, academic and technical writing, publishing, and various online communications. I have the ability to build key relationships and engage people in a way that achieves desired outcomes and satisfies client needs. I have extensive background in working closely with creative and talented writers.

Core Competencies and Strengths

• Translating big picture objectives into functional strategies and taking the lead on executable tasks
• Delivering quality services in a fast-paced and challenging environment while handling multiple projects simultaneously with set deadlines
• Experienced in social media marketing (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) enhancing visibility, facilitating social media growth, and improving marketing efforts
• Media plan creation, press release writing, story pitching, tracking, and organizing media coverage

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Website Designer/Content Editor/Photographer                                         August 2019 – Present

Medical Specialists Associated, Dallas, TX                                                                   

A 9-physician practice specializing in Adolescent and Geriatric Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Internal Medicine

Selected Accomplishments

• Contracted to extensively redesign and modernize the physician practice website
• Analyzed and simplified flow of information of website for the best use of patients and physicians
• Edited every page of the website and made information more concise
• Developed new profiles for 5 physicians and produced all photos used throughout website
• Trained staff on how to implement future changes to the website

Content Editor/Researcher                                                                              July 2019 – Present

New Metropolitan, LLC, Dallas, TX

A full-service social change agency that crafts and integrates strategic and creative services, helping clients with strategic communication, multicultural engagement, organizational development, and resource development to build a just and sustainable world

Selected Accomplishments

• Contracted to co-author and edit content of New Metropolitan’s proposal sent to Peace Through Commerce and the Nobel Peace Prize Forum. Peace Through Commerce accepted the proposal
• Thoroughly researched and summarized 4 organizations and companies, 4 case studies, 5 historical narratives, and 3 academic frameworks, resulting in improved pitching and networking
• Edited content of 3 business and script proposals
• Edited content of one full script

Acquisition Editor                            February 2017 – Present                                         

Out of the Many 1, Dallas TX

OM1 is a collection of writings from diverse and contemporary authors and artists focused on bridging the political, social, and cultural divide when it comes to such issues as immigration.  

Selected Accomplishments

• Instigated OM1 in February 2017
• Coordinated 40+ authors and artists who have presented their work in book format
• Successfully edited each text and reviewed edits with authors to elevate each text to its greatest potential
• Engaged with and secured a publisher for the book

Proofreader                                                                                                      August 2019 – Present

The Law Office of Clare Jones Smitham PLLC, Dallas, TX

The Law Office of Clare Jones arranges legal documentation for estate planning, probate, business formation, personal injury, and adult and child name changes.

Selected Accomplishments

• Contracted to extensively proofread and submit corrections for estate-planning packages

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Literature and Middle School History Teacher,  Southlands School Qingdao, Qingdao, China. Aug 2017 – Feb 2019
• Content Editor, Doctoral Dissertation, Dallas, TX. Aug 2015 – Mar 2016
• Content Editor, Master’s Profile, Dallas, TX. Apr 2015
• Writing Consultant, Dallas Baptist University Writing Center, Dallas, TX.  Sept 2014 – Aug 2015
• Newsletter Author Intern,  Functional Foods Center, Dallas, TX.  Jun 2014 – Aug 2014

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in English (December 2016)

Dallas Baptist University, Dallas, TX

COMPUTER SKILLS & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

Certification: Hootsuite Academy Social Marketing Certification, Global English Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) 120 Hours Certificate

Language:  Proficient in Spanish. Skills in Portuguese and Mandarin

Web Design Tools:  WordPress and HTML

Productivity Tools:  MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Sony Vegas Movie Studio, Adobe Tools